Job postings as of October 20, 2021 - CUNY Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy

POSITION: Part-time College Assistant
ORGANIZATION: CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy

General Duties and Responsibilities

The Office of Admissions seeks a part-time College Assistant to provide clerical and customer support. The College Assistant reports to the Director of Admissions and will be responsible for:

Representing the school at recruitment events
Meeting with prospective students to answer questions about the application process and the school
Answering/transferring incoming calls
Providing assistance to Admissions Office staff
General office duties including photocopying, responding to inquiries, updating and maintaining recruitment materials
Assisting in setting up and organizing events

Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year. Must be willing to work evenings. No weekend commitment required.

Qualification Requirements

Current CUNY SPH graduate student in an MPH or MS program. Excellent customer service, professional attitude and appearance. The selected individual will be a “student ambassador” who must be knowledgeable about the School’s programs and curriculum. Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task with strong communication skills. The candidate must also be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Interested candidates should send their resume and a cover letter to Margaret Krudysz at Margaret.Krudysz@sph.cuny.edu.

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POSITION: Full-time Project Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health

The Department of Epidemiology at the Mailman School of Public Health seeks a Project Coordinator to assist in the coordination and management of several projects funded by the NIH and private foundations related to substance use, sleep and HIV among racial and sexual minorities

Read more and apply.

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POSITION: Grant Manager
ORGANIZATION: Public Health Solutions

Company Overview:

With an annual budget of $1.6 billion and more than 6,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is one of the largest public health agencies in the world, serving 8 million New Yorkers from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We’re tackling a broad range of public health issues with innovative policies and programs and getting exceptional results, but our work is never finished. The breadth of our innovative programs provides the widest range of choices for every member of our team.

Since January 2020, DOHMH has been fighting the COVID-19 pandemic – activities include but are not limited to: surveillance & epidemiological investigations; lab testing; engaging and providing guidance to healthcare partners; ensuring the safety & health of responders; providing timely and accurate information to the public; promoting the emotional health of New Yorkers and coordinating citywide COVID-19 vaccine administration. With grant funds from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), DOHMH is undertaking a new initiative to establish, expand, train, and sustain the public health workforce to support jurisdictional COVID-19 prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery initiatives over 2 years.

The selected candidate will be an employee of Public Health Solutions, a nonprofit organization which is the fiscal and administrative manager of the grant but work will be supervised by DOHMH. This is a grant-funded position ending June 30, 2023.

Program Description:

DOHMH’s Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response (OEPR)was created to promote DOHMH’s and NYC’s ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from health emergencies. OEPR coordinates agency-wide emergency preparedness planning, exercises and training, evaluation of incident response, exercise performance and coordinating with community stakeholders, city, state & federal partners on public health emergency planning and response. OEPR’s work focuses on promoting and protecting public health through emergency preparedness and response; and recognizes that social inequities negatively impact our efforts to maintain and improve the health of NYC during and after a disaster. With these inequities in mind, OEPR is also working to improve its application of a social justice and racial equity lens to its emergency preparedness and response work. OEPR’s employees are expected to align their work with OEPR’s efforts to combat the harmful effects of systemic injustices on communities and work towards the most equitable post-disaster public health outcomes possible.

The OEPR Bureau of Grants Management and Administration (GMA) is responsible for fiscal and administrative functions for the Division with a focus on workforce equity, strategic financial planning and securing federal preparedness and response funding for the agency.

Summary of Position:

DOHMH has an opening for a Grant Manager. Reporting to the Director of Grants Management, the Grant Manager will be responsible for management of federal COVID-19 response funds and facilitating public health response and recover activities. This includes providing programmatic, grants, and administrative support for DOHMH programs, including initiating, implementing, and monitoring emergency preparedness and response projects that focus on the ongoing COVID-19 response.

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POSITION: Various Roles
ORGANIZATION: US Department of Labor

Do you care about protecting workers, improving working conditions, ensuring workplace justice, and creating opportunities for all workers to advance? Do you want to support employers who play by the rules and build a strong economy where everyone gets a fair shot? If so, the U.S. Department of Labor may be the place for you.

Roles include Safety and Occupational Health Specialists, Industrial Hygienists, and many more.

Read more and apply.

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POSITION: Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor
ORGANIZATION: University at Buffalo School of Public Health

We seek a candidate for a clinical assistant or associate professor position in our Undergraduate Program in Public Health. The person hired for this position will have a primary focus on teaching. This is a non-tenure track, academic year (10-month) position, funded by New York State.

We are committed to developing an excellent and diverse community of scholars and students engaged in education, research, and service. We encourage applications from women, members of minority groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

The candidate should have:

a doctoral degree in a public health discipline or a related field or an MD/DO
a record of/potential for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level
a record of/potential for research/scholarship and service

The faculty member will:

Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester (equivalent of three 3-4 credit courses), depending on one’s amount of scholarship and service
Receive renewable, multi-year contracts

We are open to candidates with expertise in all areas of public health. Applications from individuals with expertise in health equity and health services are particularly encouraged. The University has a comprehensive equity, diversity and inclusion strategic plan and leadership dedicated to actualizing this plan at the provost level and across all schools. It is launching a focused effort to hire more faculty of color.

To apply, please see job posting link here: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/30018.

For specific inquiries, please contact: Dr. Heather Orom, Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (horom@buffalo.edu). Application review will continue until the position is filled.

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POSITION: Various roles
ORGANIZATION: H+H Test and Trace

Priority Open Positions:

Program/Utility Analyst *multiple openings – apply here(Job ID: 63722)
Product Manager *multiple openings, apply here (Job ID: 56104)
Data Manager, apply here (Job ID: 66784)

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POSITION: Senior Safety Engineer
ORGANIZATION: Port Authority of NY & NJ in Jersey City

Job ID: 39059
Website: https://www.jointheportauthority.com/jobs/7772615-senior-safety-engineer
Department: Operations Services
Location: Port Authority Technical Center

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Safety Management, the selected candidate will be responsible to critically evaluate operational conditions at Port Authority facilities; identify and characterize potential safety conditions; establish recommendations for improvements, develop safety procedures and standards, evaluate safety programs, provide technical advice on accident prevention, evaluate and recommend new safety initiatives and equipment necessary to enhance the overall Port Authority safety program, generate statistical reports review and interpret safety regulations, prepare reports on assigned special projects. Coordinate emergency evacuation programs for Port Authority facilities and provide emergency evacuation training to Agency personnel as required. Participate in Safety Committee meetings at various facilities throughout the agency. Must be willing to learn and become proficient in the use of the safety software/technology initiatives managed by Agency Safety Management.

The successful candidate will also be responsible to review contract and drawing specifications to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety standards and Port Authority Rules and Regulations. Reviews of the Agency Contractor Safety Program, Safety Logs, and Training records to ensure compliance with OSHA standards are also performed. Knowledge of and experience with reviews of Health and Safety Plans and Safety Programs (HASPs) is highly desirable. The successful candidate also provides safety and technical advice and guidance at pre‑construction meetings, major projects weekly safety & progress meetings to monitor Agency Safety Performance and evaluate compliance with the applicable Regulations and Standards.

The position requires travels to all Port Authority facilities and work hours on occasion may include early morning, late evening, and weekend shifts to respond to emergencies and safety related events. Due to operational demands with the high level of construction activities Agency wide this position will involve both facility and office work to ensure timely reviews of Health and Safety Plans are made to ensure Agency Targets are met and support provided to our facilities, tenants, and contractors.

Additional Information:

The successful candidate will be subject to a comprehensive background check, must pass a fingerprint based criminal history records check in order to obtain an airport Security Identification Display (SIDA) credential. The candidate must be able to maintain SIDA credentials throughout your employment in this position.

Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or related field, from an accredited college or university.
A major in Safety Engineering is preferred.
Minimum 3 years’ safety experience.
Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license.

Desired

Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

Bachelor’s degree is Safety Engineering is preferred.
Practical safety experience.
Experience conducting Health and Safety Plan Reviews.
Working knowledge of eBuilder project management software.
Working knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations.
Ability to interpret regulations and prepare safety programs to ensure compliance with regulations.
Demonstrated experience in problem solving and project management.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, multitask and work independently to complete tasks.
Demonstrated knowledge of both US DOL OSHA Construction and General Industry Regulations, industry best practice Safety Programs and NYCDOB Regulations.
Familiarity with National Fire Codes, NFPA standards, NYC Fire Codes, Rules of the City of NY.
Demonstrated ability to critically analyze incident and accident reports and conduct investigations to determine causes.
Must be able to work overtime, both scheduled and on an emergency basis and available for weekend on‑call.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive salary, an outstanding benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should apply to this job by clicking on the Apply Now button and submitting a combined cover letter and resume. The Port Authority of NY & NJ welcomes veteran and military spouse applications.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

About The Port Authority

Founded in 1921, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and trade infrastructure assets in the country. The agency’s network of aviation, ground, rail, and seaport facilities is among the busiest in the country, supports more than 550,000 regional jobs, and generates more than $23 billion in annual wages and $80 billion in annual economic activity. The Port Authority also owns and manages the 16‑acre World Trade Center site, where the 1,776‑foot‑tall One World Trade Center is now the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/Port Authority Trans‑Hudson (PATH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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POSITION: mHealth Program Manager – Mobile App for Young Black Gay and Bisexual Men Living with HIV
ORGANIZATION: Sentient Research

At Sentient Research (www.sentientresearch.net), we specialize in innovative program planning, evaluation, research, and communications. Since 2007, we’ve worked with non-profit organizations and government agencies across the country and internationally on high-impact projects in health, education, and public policy. Recent projects have included: launching an entertainment-education show which aired on prime time television in Mexico to promote adolescent reproductive health; developing national-scale evidence based interventions for people living with HIV and adolescents; developing a national toolkit to support the health and well-being of transgender women of color; creating a health and wellness app for young parents; and evaluating programs in nutrition, HIV/STIs, substance use, and adolescent health.

We work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and actively seek out challenging projects. We’re committed to health equity and doing work that makes a positive social impact, and we contribute to public health science by publishing articles in academic journals and presenting at national conferences. We’re committed to fostering a supportive work environment that values diversity, inclusion, respect, integrity, social justice, creativity, innovation, and work-life balance.

We strongly encourage applications from people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and people with lived experience in the communities we serve.

Position

The mHealth Program Manager will assist Sentient Research staff in developing and evaluating an innovative, holistic app and website to support young Black gay/bisexual men living with HIV in all areas of life. This national-level program is being designed to: improve HIV care outcomes by providing a range of content and tools and facilitating support with care providers; improve other areas of physical health, mental health, social support, and overall well-being; and reduce the impact of HIV-related stigma.

Duties will include working in close collaboration with young Black gay/bisexual men and service providers across the country, conducting human-centered design research activities with these audiences, developing engaging content (e.g., facilitating video production, writing articles), and assisting with managing the technology aspects of the program.* Most of the program development will occur in the first year of the project, and a small randomized controlled trial will occur in the second year to evaluate program impact. Training in human-centered design will be provided as needed.

*Note that this is NOT a design, developer, or video production position – we contract out the design, technology development, and video editing

Read more and apply.

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POSITION: Program Evaluator
ORGANIZATION: U.S. Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy is hiring a Program Evaluator – Operations Research Analyst in Washington, DC. In this position, you will join EERE’s Strategic Analysis team and help perform impact evaluations and evaluations to refine and improve implementation of research, development, demonstration and deployment (RDD&D) program activities. This includes planning, designing, managing and coordinating evaluation activities across EERE, from start to finish and presenting findings to senior management. Candidates with evaluation experience and expertise are encouraged to apply. To learn more about employment at EERE and the federal hiring process, please visit our employment opportunities webpage.

Read the full job description at USAJOBS – Job Announcement
JOB TITLE: Operations Research Analyst (Program Evaluator)
DEPARTMENT: Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy – Headquarters
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: TN-21-EE-01137-DE
SALARY RANGE: $103,690.00 to $134,798.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021 to Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1515-13
DUTY LOCATIONS: Washington, District of Columbia

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POSITION: Health Scientist I
ORGANIZATION: NCCDPHP’s Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention’s Applied Research and Evaluation Branch

The Evaluation and Program Effectiveness Team in NCCDPHP’s Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention’s Applied Research and Evaluation Branch is contracting with ASRT, Inc for a health scientist (evaluator) full-time position. This position will primarily provide program evaluation support for public health efforts focused on heart disease and stroke prevention and will contribute as part of a diverse, supportive and high achieving evaluation team with a strong commitment to advancing health equity.

Please invite interested individuals to apply using this link:

https://asrtinc.applicantpool.com/jobs/669059.html

JOB TITLE: Health Scientist I
POSITION NUMBER: 2110-07730-HSI-T2
POSITION LOCATION: Atlanta, GA, USA
ANTICIPATED START DATE: June 15, 2020 (October/November 2021 or as soon as possible)
TRAVEL: As required to fulfill the responsibilities of the position

ASRT, Inc. provides scientific, information management, management consulting, bioinformatics, and administrative program support to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other Federal and private sector clients. The successful candidate will be a full-time employee of ASRT, Inc., and will be assigned to the to the Applied Research and Evaluation Branch (AREB), Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention (DHDSP), National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) located at 4770 Buford Highway NE, Atlanta, GA, to provide services to satisfy the applied research and evaluation objectives for DHDSP.

SCOPE OF WORK

The Health Scientist I will conduct evaluation, and applied research and translation projects that support DHDSP objectives. Applied research may include literature review and synthesis and designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative studies.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Identify the science base that underlies DHDSP strategies by conducting evidence reviews.
Support the work of DHDSP by planning and acting as meeting facilitator for CDC planning sessions, partner meetings, CDC leadership meetings, and leadership briefings. Meeting facilitation will include preparing a meeting summary that documents attendees, decisions made, and tasks assigned to participants. Determining the need for BISM meeting approval will be the sole responsible of CDC.
Identify best and promising practices through partner interviews, data collection, and literature reviews. Develop dissemination products such as one-page overviews, 2-3-page reports or 8-10-page guidance documents and disseminate findings to partners. The specific products and dissemination strategy will be determined by the COR depending on the topic, key audience, and information available. All data collection activities will be conducted within Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) requirements. OMB submissions, if required, will be completed by CDC, and approved prior to any data collection activities.
Support components of high visibility projects that support the work of AREB and/or DHDSP initiatives. This may include, but is not limited to, developing presentations and/or coordinating speakers for key DHDSP meetings, developing website text that describes DHDSP initiatives and writing success stories, etc.
Analyze qualitative and quantitative data and synthesize results.
Provide evaluation technical assistance to CDC partners.
Develop guides, manuals or technical reports for partners and public health practitioners that translate the known science to facilitate the adoption of identified strategies.
Present project updates or summaries at CDC briefings, or presentations to CDC staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Master of Public Health (MPH) degree.

Required:

At least 1 year of experience in the public health field.
Knowledge and experience in the field of research and evaluation.

Desirable:

Additional specific experience related to heart disease and stroke prevention, or management of chronic conditions is preferred.
Experience with CDC’s Program Evaluation Framework is preferred.
Experience with literature reviews, OMB PRA, and the development of Institutional Research Board (IRB) materials is preferred.
Coordinate experience involving partners/grantees and cross-Divisional.

REQUIREMENT:

Must be United States citizen or permanent resident or have authorization for employment in the United States.

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

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POSITION: Sr. Program Manager
ORGANIZATION: UC Davis Cancer Center: Women’s Cancer Research and Care (WECare)

The UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCDCCC) supports multidisciplinary cancer research and care. The UCDCCC Women’s Cancer Research and Care (WeCaRe) Program aims to advance knowledge, prevention, treatment of breast and gynecologic cancers, ultimately improving patients’ quality of life and eliminating cancer health disparities. This program will provide an infrastructure for productive interaction and collaboration between investigators, clinicians, community-based organizations, and other relevant stakeholders within and outside UC Davis.

Read more and apply.

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